Upcoming Events
Sun, Jul 12Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire MineCherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine is Macon County's ONLY 100% Unsalted Gem Mine, located in the heart of the beautiful Cowee Valley of North Carolina's Smoky Mountains. Open to all active dues paying members. Non refundable. Rain or Shine. $30 per person.
Sat, Jul 18Jackson Park Pavilion 2Join the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society for our annual Summer Potluck Picnic on Saturday, July 18th at Jackson Park, Pavilion 2 in Hendersonville, NC!
Mon, Jul 20Grace Lutheran ChurchJoin us on July 20th for our monthly members meet up where we will enjoy learning some new crafting techniques utilizing metals, stones, and beads to make craft items. Our "make and take" is an annual tradition and a favorite amongst our members.
Mon, Aug 17Grace Lutheran ChurchJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society on Monday, August 17th at 6:30 PM for a fascinating presentation on one of the world's most intriguing gemstones—Moldavite.
Mon, Sep 21Grace Lutheran ChurchJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society on Monday, September 21st from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating intersection of crystals, culture, and lapidary arts.
Multiple DatesFri, Oct 02National Guard ArmoryJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society for our annual Minerals, Gems & Jewelry 3-Day Extravaganza, a beloved community event showcasing the beauty, science, and wonder of the earth’s natural treasures.- Multiple DatesSat, Oct 03National Guard ArmoryJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society for our annual Minerals, Gems & Jewelry 3-Day Extravaganza, a beloved community event showcasing the beauty, science, and wonder of the earth’s natural treasures.
- Multiple DatesSun, Oct 04National Guard ArmoryJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society for our annual Minerals, Gems & Jewelry 3-Day Extravaganza, a beloved community event showcasing the beauty, science, and wonder of the earth’s natural treasures.
Mon, Nov 16Grace Lutheran ChurchJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society on November 16th for one of our most anticipated events of the year—our Annual Silent Auction!
RSVP ClosedSat, Dec 05Location is TBDCelebrate the season with your fellow rockhounds at the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society's annual Holiday Party on December 5th! Location and cost TBD.
RSVP ClosedMon, Jun 15Grace Lutheran ChurchGet ready for one of our favorite club traditions! Come join us for our June monthly meeting for a fun-filled evening of playing ROCKO—a special, rockhound-inspired twist on classic Bingo!
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Sold OutMon, Apr 201245 6th Ave WShields Flynn is a North Carolina-based geologist, rockhound, and author known for his expertise in regional minerals and gemology. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1956–1960), Flynn authored "Unearthing North Carolina's Mineral Treasures," a 104-page book highlighting.
RSVP ClosedMon, Mar 161245 6th Ave WAll are welcomed to attend our first club meeting of 2026! Our special guest speaker will be teaching us about Meteorites
Multiple DatesSun, Feb 08Mineral & Lapidary Museum. Blue DoorIn this two day class students will explore the unique properties of Fine Silver (.999) metal clay and create a pair of earrings OR a pendant. Attendees will learn basic skills of roling, texturing, use of molds, cutting, and refining the clay to prepare for firing.- Multiple DatesSat, Feb 07Mineral & Lapidary Museum. Blue DoorIn this two day class students will explore the unique properties of Fine Silver (.999) metal clay and create a pair of earrings OR a pendant. Attendees will learn basic skills of roling, texturing, use of molds, cutting, and refining the clay to prepare for firing.
DMC Field Trip hosted by HCGMS @ Mason Mountain Mine
Wed, Jul 22
|Mason Mountain Rhodolite Mine
OPEN TO ACTIVE DUES PAYING CLUB MEMBERS ONLY Voted Macon County's Best Gem Mining In 2024 & 2025!
Time & Location
Jul 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT
Mason Mountain Rhodolite Mine, 5315 Bryson City Rd Franklin NC 28734
About the event
Our native dirt pile is where your gem mining experience begins. 100% native dirt (unsalted – nothing added) from our private mine site located atop Mason Mountain is brought down to the water flume for miners to sift through. Here is where you'll find a wide variety of minerals including Rhodolite Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Kyanite, Moonstone, Cordierite and Smoky Quartz.
Our experienced staff will guide you in how to discover the native gemstones. We have gemstone charts available to help you identify your findings as well. Just place the dirt in the screen (provided for you) and rinse thoroughly in the water flume. Concentrate on material that is smooth, heavy and has color. Until you become familiar with the native material, our staff will be onsite to help you find all of the hidden treasures!
100% Native dirt. Nothing added. This is as real as it gets!
Native Private Dig…
Tickets
General Admission
This in a non refundable event. Rain or Shine.
$50.00
+$1.25 ticket service fee
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